There was an influx of new Hip Hop, now that the aftermath of Rock Steady has passed us. New joints up for your listening pleasure, Lyricist Lounge presents Word ‘A’ Mouth song “Crazy“, Richie balance & Rack-Lo on “Good Luck, Bad Luck” and The Skeme Team featuring Jean Grae. The standout being “Crazy” it’s up-tempo and wholesomely sound. www.undergroundairplay.com or www.lyricistlounge.com are the places to visit.
Virus Entertainment delivers Foreign Traits, the duo from the Uganda comes equipped with a double sided effort, “It’s Got To Be Us“, bluntly sets the tone of their impending impact on hip-hop over a radio friendly track mixed with fresh metaphors. “Realize” as gritty as the lyrics are over a violin in three octaves fills the rap and chorus segments supplemented by wu-tang style drums sounds it’s a fresh perspective on what hip-hop means to other communities outside the U.S.A. For further contact hit virus_ent@hotmail.com.
DnD Records has finally released another of its secret weapons, Jack Venom. His double sided effort falls nothing short of fantastic. Displaying his solo prowess, delivering a blast on the industry glamour and shiny suit template easily over a Latin club bumper “Itz Nuttin” (sorry that the name of the song) & “Juicy Loosey“, Venom, now showcases his ability to play friendly with other MCs of higher caliber featuring Don Parmazhane, Craig-G & QNC. The transition between the four MCs is smooth yet rugged but nonetheless refreshing.
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Iron Clad Ghetto Life EP comes courtesy of IronClad Entertainment. Just off the EP there are two tracks to breathe life into this venture, “We Ballin’” the barrios sounds for all the Latin hip-hop lovers is doubly endorsed for its salsa influenced chorus line. Also “We at War” make the outstanding cut for its street mix-show appeal. Not to mention its all-star producer and guest artist roster of D.R. period, Clark Kent to Joe Naughty with lyrics being laced by G.Rap, Triple Seis, Computa and BathGate. Give them a visit at www.ironcladent.com.
Official Pham, straight out of the Bronx, makes a statement on Avatar Records. With out a question they revamped the Mid-West, Southern Fried style down to the production and retouched it with New York mentality on their song “I Need A..“, which makes for successful radio request, definite strip club play and most certainly a female response. Hit up www.AvatarRecords.com for more inquiries.
All Hip-Hop enthusiasts should be turned on to Sight Beyond Light as they drop three tracks on a single via DeepCon Recordings; “Have Faith” b/w “Tables Turn” Bonus Track “Stop Playing“. The jazz influenced triple threat single comes equipped with variations in production and vocal stylings, for any further information go to, www.deepcon.com.
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Dope House Records, gets in the door with two of their four singles. From The Album The 3rd Wish, To Rock The World, South Park Mexican has a college radio ready funk joint with “High So High” and the flip side that may seep eastward with “Wiggy“. Second out of the Dog House Camp is the artist Rasheed with his double sided project “Mac God” b/w “Passion“. Although Passion is the b-side it gets the radio nod for overall completeness. For contact www.dopehouserecords.com or feedback to spm@dopehouserecords.com are the places.
Black Money Manglers, “Looking For You” (Ahh man!! That’s the song title). Sound Wave Promotions Djs hook it up 310-649-4381, delivers this white label. With good song concept and good vocal delivery The Manglers are destined to pick up mix radio support. The animated track production is good and complements the bonus track, Vodka and Sprite drops on impeach the president beat that spoofs the original hip-hop Sprite commercial, funny fellas.
The Consumers Research and Development Label, supports another Single Minded Pros effort. This time some other street and underground heavyweights joins them; Pacewon on “You Know It’s Like That“, Profound delivers on “How That Sound” and most definitely a bonus by C-Rayz Walz, Breez Evah Flowing & J.U.I.C.E. “Who’s F—in’ With This“. Pace sets it off clearly with a flow that’s tight but not really heard from him over what can be called the freestyle/cypher beat for the next year. www.singlemindedpros.com lets you get in on the action.
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Tacoma Washington, Bow Wow Records, a triple threat release, Mac Money “Just Dippin’” although there’s more to diversity to his abilities this is a taste. Mr.Dog, “My Knoccs” featuring E-40 & The Mossie, Ghetto Politics the Album and Playboy Bleek with “Bucc’Em“. Yes!! the North West Ridaz has come up, everything for all regions to ride to. Playboy Bleek’s about to give Fabalous a little run for his lyrics, (my bad, for his money). This coming year the dogs from the North West will bark the loudest and www.bwr2000.com is where you can find them.
